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Title Page for François d'Aguilon's "Opticorum Libri Sex"
Title Page for François d'Aguilon's "Opticorum Libri Sex" is an ink print by the Baroque artist Theodor Galle. It dates from 1613 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Theodor Galle's engraving serves as the title page for François d'Aguilon's book 'Opticorum Libri Sex', created in 1613 on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a central seated figure holding a globe and scroll, flanked by two standing figures representing abstract concepts. The scene is set within an ornate frame with columns and is accompanied by Latin text identifying the book's title and subject matter: optics and the behavior of light.
Technique & Style
Executed in engraving, the work features intricate details such as rays of light and birds perched on the frame's edges, showcasing the artist's skill with the medium.
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